WFW advises GMC on acquisition of majority stake in Zouros
A cross-border Maritime team advised Rimorchiatori Riuniti, Fratelli Neri and Rimorchiatori Laziali on the acquisition by their recently incorporated Greek joint venture.
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WFW receives comprehensive WILEF Gold Standard recognition
The Women in Law Empowerment Forum (WILEF) has awarded Watson Farley & Williams its first Gold Standard Certification, in recognition of the firm’s commitment to integrating women into leadership roles.
WFW expands London real estate practice with new Partner hire
Real estate expert Petar Orlic has joined the firm’s London office as a Partner.
WFW helps develop Poseidon Principles
We helped to develop the Poseidon Principles, supporting the IMO’s goal to reduce shipping’s total annual greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2050.
Marshall Islands – economic substance requirements for shipping companies
Traditional “offshore” shipping jurisdictions have introduced “economic substance” rules. Read here to find out more.
WFW advised Credit Agricole on US$91m financing for Landbridge leased VLCCs
“We are extremely pleased to have worked on this transaction, which represents a trend towards more structured financings involving new players in the Asian maritime markets such as investment firms.”
Lazio administrative regional court affirms that Tremonti Ambiente and Conto Energia benefits are cumulative
In a significant recent decision for operators in the renewable energy market, an Italian court has determined that the tax benefits available under the Tremonti Ambiente can be claimed alongside feed-in tariffs paid under the III, IV and V Conto Energia regulations.
Geothermal Energy in Greece
This briefing focusses on the newly issued Law 4602/2019 that sets out the main principles for the exploration, exploitation and management of Greece’s geothermal potential.
Anti-suit injunctions – Chinese shipowner restrains cargo interests’ Chinese court action
The English courts have recently granted an interim anti-suit injunction… Read more
WFW advises Klinik-Kompetenz-Bayern on €160m medical procurement tenders
The aim of the framework agreement is to both provide purchasing services for medical and nursing needs, as well as obtain capital goods and additional technical advice for KKB and its members on procurement issues.